Bachelor of Design (Architecture)/Bachelor of Property Economics
Queensland University of Technology (QUT)
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Undergraduate
CRICOS: 00213J
Combine architecture and property economics for careers researching, developing, valuing and designing property for investment in commercial and government sectors. Our architecture course is increasingly being recognised internationally for its focus on innovation in design and sustainable development.You'll be inspired and empowered to create environments with a positive impact on human health, environmental quality, social relationships and urban systems. You will study sustainable systems and undertake architectural design projects in practical studio settings.Throughout your degree, you will undertake architectural design projects with a practical edge which will require you to think logically and creatively about how buildings function and are constructed.Graduates can find employment in the fields of architecture and building design. This redesigned course is undergoing reaccreditation with the Architects Accreditation Council of Australia. We are also seeking recognition from the Australian Institute of Architects. We offer one of the few specialised property courses in Australia. Our course is concerned with all aspects of property: investment, asset management, development, valuation and research, with a focus on finance and the commercial property market sector.Architectural design skills combined with sound economic intelligence is highly valued. Use your ability to research, develop, value and design property for investment in both commercial and government sectors.Other careers in property economics may include property valuer and adviser, investment analyst, development manager, property and asset manager, funds manager and positions in corporate real estate.You may work in your own private enterprise or as an employee of property development, valuation, property management, professional services investment or property finance companies. You may also work in government departments and local authorities concerned with rating, compulsory acquisitions, property development or property and portfolio management. Your work will usually combine a mix of office and field work.This degree is accredited by the Australian Property Institute (API) and meets the membership requirements of a Certified Property Practitioner (CPP).
Structure
In order to complete this course, you must complete a total of 432 credit points, made up of 240 credit points from the Bachelor of Design (Architecture) and 192 credit points from the Bachelor of Property Economics.
Standard entry requirements
- Before you start this course, we assume you have sound knowledge of the subject/s listed below. If you don't have the subject knowledge, you can still apply for the course but we strongly encourage you to undertake bridging studies to gain the knowledge:English, or Literature, or English and Literature Extension, or English as an Additional Language (Units 3 & 4, C)
- General Mathematics, or Mathematical Methods, or Specialist Mathematics (Units 3 & 4, C)
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Entry | Mid year intake | Attendance |
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| Gardens Point | Domestic: $52,200 International: $143,100 | No |
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